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Cardiovascular Institute of the South · 9 hours ago

LPN - Research

Houma, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Cardiovascular Institute of the South is a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Research, you will coordinate and execute clinical research studies, focusing on subject recruitment, regulatory compliance, data management, and patient care.

EducationHealth Care

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Prescreen and review medical records for eligibility

Contact and schedule qualified study participants

Present study information to both patients and healthcare professionals

Monitor enrollment goals and adjust recruitment strategies accordingly

Understand all aspects of assigned protocols, including inclusion/exclusion criteria

Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to develop recruitment and management strategies

Prepare protocol worksheets, informed consent materials, and follow-up tools

Confirm eligibility using source documents and external records

Educate patients on protocol, risks/benefits, and follow-up procedures

Obtain and document informed consent appropriately

Monitor adherence to protocol and subject compliance

Assist investigators in assessing response to therapy and reporting abnormal labs

Manage investigational therapy administration and documentation

Coordinate with pharmacies, labs, and ancillary departments

Record data accurately in the appropriate electronic or paper-based platforms

Maintain source documentation and communication logs

Schedule and prepare for monitoring visits and respond to sponsor queries

Submit documentation to IRBs, including adverse events, protocol amendments, and study updates

Assist investigators in identifying and reporting adverse events

Record, report, and follow up on all serious adverse events per protocol

Ensure all regulatory documentation is complete and accessible

Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits and inspections

Serve as the point of contact for sponsors, auditors, and regulators

Reconcile investigational products and prepare final documentation for sponsors and IRBs

Audit and archive study files in accordance with FDA regulations

Assist in training and mentoring support staff and volunteers

Perform other duties as assigned to support the goals and mission of CIS

Qualification

Current Louisiana LPN licenseBLS certificationClinical research experienceEMR systems proficiencyHIPAA regulations understandingCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsOrganizational skills